Oh Hell! is the world’s most popular fast and fun variation of Contract Whist! Known by many names—such as Oh Well!, German Bridge, Blackout, or Up and Down the River—this Whist-style card game delivers exciting gameplay for players of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned card shark or just looking for a quick game to pass the time, Oh Hell! offers the perfect blend of strategy and luck.
Download Oh Hell! today and enjoy the game completely free. Track your stats, challenge smart AIs, and play anytime on your smartphone or tablet. Looking for a real test? Switch to hard mode and face off against Coppercod’s AI with perfect memory—it's a brain teaser that will keep you coming back for more!
Keep track of both your all-time and session statistics to see how your skills develop over time. The more you play, the better you get—and the more fun it becomes!
How to Win at Oh Hell!
To come out on top in Oh Hell!, you must score more points than your opponents. Points are earned by winning tricks and accurately predicting how many tricks you’ll win each round. The player with the highest score after a set number of rounds is declared the winner—but be aware, there can be multiple winners in a single game!
Customize Your Game
Oh Hell! gives you full control over how you play. Choose from standard rules or tweak settings to tailor the experience:
- Choose between 3 and 7 players
- Enable or disable the 'Screw the Dealer' rule
- Toggle the ‘Nil Bid Worth 5’ rule
- Set the Trump suit to Alternate, Next Card, or No Trumps
- Select game types: Up, Down, Up and Down, or Down and Up
- Pick your difficulty: easy, medium, or hard mode
- Replay the round from either the bid or the play stage
- Review previous hands in the current round
- Opt for normal or fast-paced gameplay
- Turn on single-click play for faster turns
You can also personalize your gaming experience with customizable color themes and card decks, ensuring every match feels fresh and engaging!
Quickfire Rules Overview
Oh Hell! follows traditional trick-taking mechanics. A played card can be beaten by a higher card of the same suit or any trump card. Players must follow the lead suit if possible; otherwise, they may either play a trump card to potentially win the trick or discard a non-trump card if they choose not to compete.
Each trick won earns you one point, and correctly predicting your trick count during bidding grants an additional 10 points per round. If you bid zero and have the ‘Nil Bid Worth 5’ option enabled, you’ll earn 5 bonus points instead.
What's New in Version 4.5.12
Last updated on Oct 10, 2024 – this update includes:
- Stability and performance improvements
